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Port of Ube

JPUBJ🇯🇵Japan

Port Location

About Port of Ube

Also known as: Ube Ko, Ube Kō, Ube-ko, Ube-kō, yu bu gang, 宇部港

Ube is a medium-sized harbor in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan. It serves as a key industrial port, handling bulk cargo and general cargo. The port is equipped with tugs and a small drydock.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
S
Repair Code
C
Terminals
2

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
61690 →
GeoNames ID
1849497 →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
JPUBJ
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Time Zone
UTC+9
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
JP-35
Area
Japan Coast
Latitude
33.9389°
Longitude
131.2449°

Terminals (2)

SHIBANAKA WEST WHARF (SHIBANAKANISI)

SHIBANAKA WEST WHARF (SHIBANAKANISI)

SHIBANAKA BERTH NO. 1

SHIBANAKA NO. 1 BERTH

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Ube?+
The approach to Ube is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ube Kō South Harbor Range Front Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Ube Kō South Harbor Range Rear (0.5 NM E), Ube Kō West Breakwater (0.7 NM W), Ubemisaki Kō (1.3 NM SE), Tokonami Kō (3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Ube?+
The Port of Ube is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Ube?+
You can track vessels near Ube (JPUBJ) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for JPUBJ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Ube?+
The Port of Ube operates in the UTC+9 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.